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OF THE YEAR
THE SECURITY PRODUCTS
DETEKTOR INTERNATIONAL AWARD PRESENTS THE TOP 12 PRODUCTS IN 2024
SPECIAL EDITORIAL FEATURE:
ACCESS CONTROL & SMART BUILDINGS
SPECIAL EDITORIAL FEATURE:
PERIMETER SURVEILLANCE
geopolitical tensions, AI, and ML drive the growth
Publisher's comment:
Adhering to cyber security
requirements a necessity
The security technology market:
Global surveillance market
returns to growth
Interviews with entrepreneurs:
· Joe Grillo, Acre
· Pierre Racz, Genetec
· Dean Drako, Eagle Eye Networks
· Martin Gren, Axis Communications
Security events:
Skydd 2024 in Stockholm attracted
over 10,000 security professionals
Lennart Alexandrie, Publisher
Adhering to cyber security
requirements a necessity
A
s 2024 draws to a close, we will soon see
major companies in the physical security in-
dustry release their trend forecasts for 2025.
Cloud usage and AI development have been
recurring themes in these forecasts and will
likely continue to dominate for years to come.
The cloud is also a key driver of the ongoing
transformation within the security industry,
shifting from traditional product-based business
models to service-based ones, as seen in many
other sectors.
The trend with perhaps the most immediate
impact on both the industry and society at large
is cyber security. In recent years, numerous high-
profile cyber attacks have been reported, causing
significant damage to municipalities, public
organisations, and private companies worldwide.
In a geopolitically unstable world, with attacks
orchestrated by hackers linked to state actors,
the cyber threat has become increasingly severe.
What makes cyber security such a pressing
trend in 2024 is the tightening of security regu-
lations under the European Union's Network
and Information Security Directive, second
edition (NIS2). This directive, which must be
implemented into national legislation by all
EU countries by October 17, 2024, introduces
substantial changes.
NIS2 covers systems linked to critical
infrastructure and mandates specific measures to
strengthen cyber security for networks and con-
nected systems. These new regulations require
organisations to adapt their processes to meet
the updated standards.
In addition to NIS2, the introduction of
the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) adds further
requirements. This EU regulation sets mini-
mum cyber security standards for products with
digital elements. CRA stipulates that connected
products, such as cameras, must be designed
with security in mind, protected against known
vulnerabilities, and receive regular security
updates.
These regulatory changes mean that install-
ers and integrators in the physical security in-
dustry must ensure that the manufacturers they
work with comply with CRA requirements
and that installations meet NIS2 standards.
Ultimately, however, the responsibility falls on
the end customer, who must choose the right
suppliers and ensure all requirements are met
to avoid costly penalties.
Although NIS2 should have been incor-
porated into national legislation by October
2024, this does not mean companies must be
fully compliant immediately. There is still time
to make adjustments, but by 2025, full compli-
ance should be achieved. Daniel Hjort, Chief
Marketing Officer at IN Groupe and Nexus,
has noted that it can take 9 to 15 months for
companies already compliant with the original
NIS directive to achieve full NIS2 compliance.
This highlights the urgency for organisations
to start working towards compliance as soon
as possible, especially those aiming to supply
security systems for critical infrastructure.
Cyber security will thus be a focal point for
many players in the industry, whether they are
manufacturers, installers, or integrators. Adapt-
ing routines, training staff, and ensuring the
quality of deliveries to meet NIS2 requirements
will be critical for many businesses. Another
challenge will be ensuring that subcontractors
of NIS2-compliant providers also fulfill their
obligations so that overall compliance is not
jeopardised.
NIS2 compliance, primarily aimed at
strengthening cyber security, will be a decisive
factor in determining which providers can sup-
ply systems for critical infrastructure installa-
tions. One thing is certain: the hefty penalties
awaiting end customers for non-compliance
leave no room for mistakes or negligence in
procurement processes.
Adhering to cyber security requirements is no
longer optional it is a necessity, even in the
physical security industry.
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